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Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE

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Along the Cheat River, RHODODENDRON CABIN at Cheat River Lodge offers a serene riverside retreat. Watch the river roll by from the furnished, screened porch or unwind in the hot tub while taking in majestic views of nature. The historic log cabin boasts cathedral ceilings and a large stone fireplace for cozy nights.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE


PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:

BOOK NOW to lock in your vacation prices ! 'WaterFRONT' properties will soon experience significant increase in flood insurance rates that will unfortunately have to be passed on to patrons.


When you stay Cheat River Lodge's RHODODENDRON CABIN, rest assured you will satisfy your affinity for water as you can fish from the hot tub!. This a historic log cabin is RIVERFRONT. Built in the early 1900s, the one thing that has not changed is its majestic RIVERFRONT view of the Cheat River. Like generations past, you can sit on the furnished, screened porch and watch the river roll by, or try your luck at catching supper.. Adjacent to the Monongahela National Forest. Hot tub. Pet friendly. Nearby dining & shopping

Nothing better exists for those needing access for fishing, kayaking, and tubing. as its at your front door. It's a quick 10 minute drive to the Greenbrier-Durbin scenic train depot in Elkins. Hike & X-County ski the Monongahela National Forest. 23 miles to downhill skiing.

As a guest with CHEAT RIVER LODGE properties, you will benefit by our 40 years in the hospitality industry. We are NOT a remote property management company. We have an 'on premise' office location that is staffed 24/7 to meet your needs.. All of our properties are RIVERFRONT, and are listed with VRBO. If you need additional accommodations nearby you may also like our SWINGING VINE (#98661), and BIG POPLAR (#510827). Coming soon on VRBO is our LODGE (#1507732), TREEHOUSE (#987137), and STONE HOUSE (#987138)

Experience the ambiance of the traditional log structure, with cathedral ceiling, hand hewn logs and chinking, and large stone fireplace. Equipped with quality gas logs, a flip of a switch will set the stage! For those who just want to kick back and be with family and friends, the covered screened porch offers a wonderful spot to view the river, rain or shine.

The personalized linens, and attractive décor add a special touch to make the Rhododendron unique, and one of a kind. Two bedrooms on the main floor have a queen bed, and the loft has a set of twins. The kitchen is fully equipped with all of the essentials, to include dinnerware that matches the décor. Remodeled to provide all of the modern appointments you would expect to find in a charming mountain getaway, it includes forced air heat, air conditioning, cable TV. Additional fans, a charcoal barbecue grill, and picnic table are provided.

Because of its close proximity to the water, the Rhododendron is not the best choice for young children, or toddlers.

Book your spot today! and stay where generations past have come to getaway. Gorgeous views await. Let your vacation begin here, where you will be greeted by a warm hot tub and fresh linens on the beds.
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WINTER TRAVEL: prepare your vehicle for encountering snow covered roads.
4 wheel drive is best
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INTERNET: to assure that service will be available, it must be requested at the time you make a reservation. There is a usage fee. We cannot guarantee speeds or data that will support gaming, downloading movies, etc
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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: OUTSIDE only.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only. Pets must be crated if left unattended.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTSIDE only.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Fish Your hot tub HOT TUB Private. Pet Friendly. Full Staff

About the area

Map
Elkins, WV

What's nearby

  • Stuart Recreation Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Elkins City Park - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Davis and Elkins College - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 45 min drive - 50.3 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • Wendy's
  • ‪C.J. Maggie's American Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sakura - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Stuart Recreation Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center and Alpena Gap Recreation Site. Elkins City Park and West Virginia Railroad Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Stay RIVERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would come here again!

Great! Loved it! Hated to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the water!

Peaceful retreat! Very relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property owners

The property was very neat and tidy. A small issue that the property owner had no control of arises. She was very accommodating and had a solution in a very timely manner. Would recommend the property to there for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Total relaxation! The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie N., HILLSBORO TEXAS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what I needed

The property was as described. Clean and well maintained. I loved that it was right on the river and we had our privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rose R.

Quiet and scenic

This legit log cabin was just what we needed for a quiet and scenic weekend to get away from the craziness of life! We unplugged from social media, read, enjoyed the hot tub and the peaceful, up-close view of the Cheat River. The gas fireplace was convenient and perfect! When we noticed the freezer wasn’t working Roxye had Scott bring over a mini-fridge within 20 minutes so we wouldn’t be inconvenienced! Much appreciated. The town of Elkins is great—good people, great places to eat (i.e. Scotty’s for breakfast and The Forks for dinner). We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

PATRICIA S., Midlothian

Quiet getaway

If you need technology, this is not the place for you. Simple, quiet time alone is just what we needed. Grocery is minutes away which is good because there is nothing there. No salt or pepper, no paper towels etc. Come prepared. The house is clean, plenty of towels and comfortable beds. Only challenges were the hot tub jets did not work, and the ceiling fan remote had no batteries. The fan would have helped to circulate the heat. .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Amanda K., Pittsburgh

Perfect Getaway

The pictures that are shown don't do this place justice. The cabin is beautiful. It has an equipped kitchen with cooking utensils, pots and pans. It has an electric stove, microwave and full size refrigerator. When we checked in, we walked in to the air conditioning on and it was very cool. The hot tub was a nice feature as the boys were fishing, us girls lounged in the hot tub. The bedrooms had clean and comfortable linens and they provided more than enough bath towels and toilet paper. The only thing I was disappointed with was that we were not able to have a fire, but when I spoke to Roxye, she explained the reasoning behind it. This cabin provides privacy and it was beautifully open to gaze at the starry night. The fishing was not too good, but it had rained all day the Friday so the river was murky, high and running fast, which no one could prevent. Overall, I would stay here again and recommend this to others. The next time we stay, we will probably have to stay at another one of their properties due to the size in our party.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place quite setting, identical property as shown on website

Good, quite place to get away from the reality of every day life . Kick off your shoes and Enjoy! Or sit n hot tub , or pitch a rod in and catch dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Solitude at its best.

I was looking for a stress free escape. This vacation rental delivered exactly that. No stress! The location and accommodations were the best I have experienced.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Experience

Stayed at the Rhodie with my wife and dog. Cabin was gorgeous. Right on the river. Quiet getaway. The cabin was incredibly clean, hot tub was clean and well maintained. The area was beutiful. Stuart rec area is a five minute drive. Town of Elkins is 10 minutes…it’s a quaint town with everything you need. Within 40 minutes we hit Seneca Rock and Blackwater Falls. GREAT EXPERIENCE. Hope to get back some day
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute weekend getaway

My boyfriend and I were looking for a close to home weekend getaway and came upon this listing for cabins in Elkins, WV. We liked that it was just a couple of hours from home but was still kinda off the grid. We couldn’t be more pleased with the cleanliness of the cabin. It had everything we needed and the screened in porch and hot tub was our haven. Thank you for such a great place to stay and relax. Next time we will be bringing our fishing poles.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Stay on Shavers Fork

We had a lovely long weekend at the Rhododendron cabin. Plenty of room for the two of us. Every thing was very clean and warm. The hot tub was delightful. We had a little trouble with the WiFi, but Roxye was extremely helpful in getting it up and running. We would definitely go back again, maybe in the summer, when we would enjoy the gorgeous scenery from the delightful screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Loriann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very nice

Place was beautiful, right in the river. Loved the screen porch. We received a lot of instructions after we booked; would have been better to get those up front. But they weren’t unreasonable asks, so it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway!

This place is just what my daughter (14yrs) and I needed for a relaxing getaway. I'm always hesitant about booking new places, but I'm so glad I booked this one. This is definitely an old bones cabin, which is exactly what we wanted. We didn't want to stay in a newer house that is called a cabin. We loved how cozy and full of old, rustic character the cabin is. We even loved the "uneven" floors. While one bed downstairs was definitely firm, the other bed was much softer and perfect for me. The couches are leather, clean, and comfortable. It was stocked with everything that is listed in the description. We found the manager, Roxye, to be responsive and accessible. A staff member came by daily to check the hot tub, see if we needed anything, and remove the outside trash. Checking in and out was a breeze. The cabin's location is excellent. It is 30 minutes to a hour away from all the things we wanted to do; Blackwater Falls, Seneca Rocks, and Snowshoe Mountain. Bickle Knob is 5 minutes away from the cabin and is a beautiful drive up to the observation tower. Being from Florida, the freezing temperatures (17°F - 35°F) were a wonderful change. We even had a little snow. We would definitely like to come back in the summer to enjoy the river. The only thing I can "complain" about is the bathroom vanity drawers. The inside of them needed to be cleaned better. There was quite a bit of hair in them. This isn't enough to give less than 5 stars in cleanliness. Everything else was perfect. If you are looking for a true cabin getaway, I highly recommend this place! Thanks to Roxye and Staff for making our stay perfect. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Joan M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The worst ever!

I am from WV originally. This has to be the worst representation of the great mountain state I've ever seen, especially for the cost!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful river

All was calm and peaceful. Staff very helpful and nice. Too bad the fish took the week off and I’m not a river fisherman. Not the lodges problem. Would go again.

10/10 Excellent

Charles K., Alexandria, Va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wondeful

The cabin was literally on top of the Cheats River. Although there was only two of us, the cabin would comfortably sleep 6. The only unpleasant experience was related to the volume of disinfectant used to clean the property. The smell was overwhelming the first night but it cleared out the following morning and the rest of our stay was perfect. I guess clean is good in today's world of Covid. Thoroughly enjoyed are stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little house by river

The house was very clean. Stocked with lots of towels and the gas fire place was very nice. Access to the river was just like the picture showed. The street was quite. House keeping was daily and friendly. Great get away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely loved the cabin..

Loved our stay at the cabin. My daughter was fishing from the deck while my sister and I was in the hot tub. Great weekend get away. We want to come back again next year.

10/10 Excellent

Marcy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway with lots of exploring. A bit outdated/could have used a few updates.

Could have used some basic updates but overall satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The river was breathtaking as to the views but the management was poor ad states hot tub serviced daily. In 5 days only happened once. Checklist for linens was useless only received new towels once. The house was dirty clumps of hair everywhere. There was even hair stuck to ceiling in bathroom. Bathroom door didn’t shut at all. Just poor management in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time!

My friends and I went there for a relaxing weekend trip, and the hot tub was amazing and the view was great. Everything was clean and when we had an issue with the wifi they helped us out right away. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We had a nice time relaxing in the hot tub and playing games by the fire place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021